Pancit Bihon

Ingredients

• Rice noodles (bihon) (10 ounces)
• Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
• Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Onion (1 medium, sliced)
• Chicken breast (1 cup, thinly sliced)
• Shrimp (1 cup, peeled and deveined)
• Carrots (1 medium, julienned)
• Cabbage (2 cups, shredded)
• Green beans (1 cup, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces)
• Chicken broth (1 cup)
• Soy sauce (3 tablespoons)
• Fish sauce (1 tablespoon)
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)
• Lemon (1, juiced)

Instructions

1. Soak the rice noodles in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and sliced onion, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic releases its aromatic fragrance.
4. Introduce the sliced chicken to the pan, cooking until it is no longer pink. Then, add the shrimp, stirring until it turns a vibrant pink-orange hue.
5. Push the cooked meat to one side of the pan. Add the julienned carrots, shredded cabbage, and green beans. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes until they are bright and slightly tender.
6. Add the soaked rice noodles to the pan, followed by the soy sauce, fish sauce, and chicken broth. Toss all ingredients together, ensuring every component is well-coated with the flavorful liquids.
7. Continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the noodles to absorb the delightful flavors and the dish to come together beautifully.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
9. Just before serving, drizzle fresh lemon juice over the Pancit Bihon to add a refreshing, citrusy twist.
10. Serve hot and enjoy the warmth and comfort of this Filipino delicacy!